1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Corvette | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2944 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
